Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company vs MOS 12 Year Old (Malts of Scotland)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky CompanyMOS 12 Year Old (Malts of Scotland)
DistilleryThe Character of Islay Whisky CompanyMalts of Scotland
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandGermany
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV46%45%
Age10 yr12 yr
Price£5.33£4.87
Rating4.22/5

Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

MOS 12 Year Old (Malts of Scotland)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

MOS 12 Year Old (Malts of Scotland)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company is rated higher (4.22 vs 0.00).

MOS 12 Year Old (Malts of Scotland) is better value at £5 vs £5.

For beginners: MOS 12 Year Old (Malts of Scotland) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (4.2/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£5.33 vs £4.87)

MOS 12 Year Old (Malts of Scotland)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£4.87 vs £5.33)
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.2)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Aerolite?

Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

Who should buy MOS?

MOS 12 Year Old (Malts of Scotland) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Only Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company

SmokeySherriedDried FruitLeathery

Only MOS 12 Year Old (Malts of Scotland)

Malt ExtractVanillaHoneyToastedOld Wood

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